
Studio Apartments for Rent in El Monte, CA (69 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Monte?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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El Monte Studio Apartments | $2,014 | $895 | $2,718 |
El Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,288 | $500 | $4,110 |
El Monte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,871 | $1,900 | $6,025 |
El Monte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $10,329 | $3,129 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available El Monte Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in El Monte, CA is found at Aston at Gateway in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 558 square feet priced from $2,328. The ONE has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 523 square feet and currently listed start at $2,600. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in El Monte:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Aston at Gateway | A | 558 Sq Ft | $2,328 |
The ONE | Studio - 523 sqft | 523 Sq Ft | $2,600 |
Parker | Studio | 450 Sq Ft | $1,750 |
Park Plaza | Studio | 362 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
Park Plaza South | 0 bed, 1 bath | 362 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
Emerald Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | 300 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
Palm Villas Apartments | Studio | 255 Sq Ft | $1,175 |
Cheapest Available El Monte Studio Apartments
As of June 28, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in El Monte, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,175 at Palm Villas Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable El Monte Studio is the Studio, 1 bath Model at Emerald Apartments starting at $1,500 . The average price for all Studio apartments in El Monte is currently $2,014. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in El Monte:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Palm Villas Apartments | Studio | $1,175 |
Emerald Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | $1,500 |
Park Plaza | Studio | $1,650 |
Park Plaza South | 0 bed, 1 bath | $1,650 |
Parker | Studio | $1,750 |
The ONE | Studio - 523 sqft | $2,600 |
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El Monte Overview
El Monte is mostly a residential area covering 10 plusásquare miles. The city is around 12 miles east of Los Angeles's central business district. With beautiful Southern California weather and its proximity to all the best SoCal beaches, El Monte is a great place to live, especially if you're single. It's also a good place to live for young families because there is so much to explore. Not only that, but rent is more reasonable in this area than in many other Los Angeles suburbs.
Why live in El Monte, CA?
El Monte is close to all the best things that Southern California has to offer. With warm weather and beautiful beaches nearby, plus tons of shopping, excellent restaurants, and reasonable rental prices, El Monte apartments have plenty to offer families and singles alike.
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Getting Around El Monte, CA
Walk Score®
70 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
48 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio El Monte Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in El Monte with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in El Monte is at Palm Villas Apartments listed at $1,175.
How much is the average rent for a Studio El Monte Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in El Monte is $2,014.
What is the largest available Studio El Monte Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in El Monte is a 558 square feet unit starting from $2,328 at Aston at Gateway.
What is the average size for El Monte Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in El Monte is currently 740 sq ft.
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